Please refer to: DOCTOR OF BIOTECHNOLOGY

The Doctor of Biotechnology is no longer available.

Duration

3 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)

Commencing 2015

Semester 2 (01 Aug, 2015)

Program level

Postgraduate Coursework

Units

48

Faculty

Science

Teaching Location

St Lucia

Delivery mode

Internal

Courses and requirements

View the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Doctor of Biotechnology.

Entry requirements

Prerequisites

Bachelor of Science (Honours) or Bachelor of Biotechnology (Honours) from UQ or equivalent, or coursework masters. UQ GPA of 5 on a 7 point scale with approved results in the research component. AND relevant professional experience and/or research publications. All potential candidates are interviewed as part of the selection process.

AQF level

AQF level 10

Fees for Australian students

When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.

If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.

Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.

If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.

Enquiries for Australian students

Professor Ross Barnard

Email: scmbbiotechnology@uq.edu.au

Phone: 07 3365 6194

Web:

Duration

3 Years full-time

Commencing 2015

Semester 2 (01 Aug, 2015)

Program level

Postgraduate Coursework

Units

48

Faculty

Science

Teaching Location

St Lucia

Delivery mode

Internal

Courses and requirements

View the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Doctor of Biotechnology.

Entry requirements

Prerequisites

Bachelor of Science (Honours) or Bachelor of Biotechnology (Honours) from UQ or equivalent, or coursework masters. UQ GPA of 5 on a 7 point scale with approved results in the research component. AND relevant professional experience and/or research publications. All potential candidates are interviewed as part of the selection process.

CRICOS Code: 034025K

English Proficiency

IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6, reading 6, speaking 6, and listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,

view the English proficiency policy.

AQF level

AQF level 10

Fees for International students

When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.

If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.

Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.

If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.

How to apply

Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.

Closing Date

To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.

This program is eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing.

Apply Online

Enquiries for International students

International Student Advisor

Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980

Web:

Enquire online

Why study the Doctor of Biotechnology?

The Doctor of Biotechnology program (DBiotech) is designed to train scientists in the application of principles of management, to develop an understanding of management issues for research enterprises and technology ventures and the integration of specialist training in the area of biotechnology and research. Students in the doctorate will undertake courses at an advanced level in areas such as regulatory and legal issues, innovation, and biotechnology venture management. In addition, a large self-directed study component and a thesis component is included to explore and develop academic areas of interest.

From 2016, the DBiotech has been redeveloped as a research program.

What you can study

Courses and requirements

See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Doctor of Biotechnology.

Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.

How to apply

Entry requirements for Australian students

Prerequisites

Bachelor of Science (Honours) or Bachelor of Biotechnology (Honours) from UQ or equivalent, or coursework masters. UQ GPA of 5 on a 7 point scale with approved results in the research component. AND relevant professional experience and/or research publications. All potential candidates are interviewed as part of the selection process.

Entry requirements for International students

Prerequisites

Bachelor of Science (Honours) or Bachelor of Biotechnology (Honours) from UQ or equivalent, or coursework masters. UQ GPA of 5 on a 7 point scale with approved results in the research component. AND relevant professional experience and/or research publications. All potential candidates are interviewed as part of the selection process.

Visa requirements

CRICOS Code: 034025K

English proficiency

IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6, reading 6, speaking 6, and listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,

View the English proficiency policy.

How to apply

Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.

Apply Online

Closing date

To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.

This program is eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing.

What it costs

Fees for Australian students

When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.

If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.

Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.

If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.

Fees for International students

When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.

If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.

Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.

If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.

What you can do with a Doctor of Biotechnology

Careers

Positions in a management role in biotechnology companies and in government institutions.

Program rules for the Doctor of Biotechnology

To complete the Doctor of Biotechnology

To fulfil the requirements of the Doctor of Biotechnology, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.

A student is required to obtain #48 from the DBiotech List comprising:

  • #8 from Part A;
  • #8 from Part B; and
  • #32 from Part C.
Refer to DBiotech rules for further information. These rules should be read in conjunction with the General Award Rules.

Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.

Related programs

Depending on your previous qualifications and current goals, you might want to consider one of these related programs: